lock YAMAHA XMAX 300 2017 User Guide

Instrument and control functions
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TIP
z This mark identifies the recom-
mended fuel for this vehicle as
specified by European regulation
(EN228).
z Check that gasoline nozzle has
the same identifier when fueling.
Your Yamaha engine has been de-
signed to use regular unleaded gaso-
line with a research octane number of
95 or higher. If knocking (or pinging)
occurs, use a gasoline of a different
brand or premium unleaded fuel. Use
of unleaded fuel will extend spark plug
life and reduce maintenance costs.
Gasohol
There are two types of gasohol: gaso-
hol containing ethanol and that con-
taining methanol. Gasohol containing
ethanol can be used if the ethanol con-
tent does not exceed 10% (E10). Gas-
ohol containing methanol is not
recommended by Yamaha because it
can cause damage to the fuel system
or vehicle performance problems.
EAU58301
Fuel tank overflow hose
Before operating the vehicle:
z Check the fuel tank overflow hose
connection and routing.
z Check the fuel tank overflow hose
for cracks or damage, and replace
it if necessary.
z Make sure that the fuel tank over-
flow hose is not blocked, and
clean it if necessary.
E10
1. Fuel tank overflow hose
1
1
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Instrument and control functions
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Stora
ge compartment A
To open storage compartment A, turn
the main switch to “OPEN” and then
push the “LID” button.
To close storage compartment A, push
the storage compartment lid until it is
closed.
Stora ge compartment B
To open storage compartment B, push
the storage compartment lid inward to
unlock it, and then pull to open.
To close storage compartment B, push
the storage compartment lid into the
original position.
Seat/rear stora ge compartment
To open the seat/rear storage com-
partment via the main switch
Turn the main switch to “OPEN”, and
then push the “SEAT” button.
To open the seat/rear storage com-
partment with the mechanical key
1. Open the keyhole cover. 2. Insert the mechanical key into the
seat lock, and then turn it clock-
wise.
TIP
Be sure to close the seat and all stor-
age compartments before starting off.
NOTICE
ECA24020
Make sure that the keyhole cover is
installe d when the mechanical key is
not bein g use d.
NOTICE
ECA21150
Keep the followin g points in min d
when usin g the stora ge compart-
ment.
1. Lid
2. Storage compartment
1 2
1. Keyhole cover
1. Seat lock
2. Unlock.
1
1
2
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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EAU36112
Canister
This model is equipped with a canister
to prevent the discharging of fuel vapor
into the atmosphere. Before operating
this vehicle, make sure to check the
following:
z Check each hose connection.
z Check each hose and canister for
cracks or damage. Replace if
damaged.
z Make sure that the canister
breather is not blocked, and if
necessary, clean it.
EAU79020
Engine oil an d oil filter ele-
ment
The engine oil level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil filter ele-
ment replaced at the intervals specified
in the periodic maintenance and lubri-
cation chart.
To check the en gine oil level
1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa- ce and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. A slight tilt to the side can
result in a false reading.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it
off.
3. Wait a few minutes until the oil set- tles, and then check the oil level
through the check window locat-
ed at the bottom-right side of the
crankcase.
TIP
The engine oil should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
1. Canister
2. Canister breather hose
2
1
1. Engine oil level check window
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
3
1
2
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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z
Clean the filler cap before re-
moving . Use only DOT 4 brake
flui d from a seale d container.
z Use only the specified b rake flu-
i d ; otherwise, the ru bber seals
may deteriorate, causin g leak-
a g e.
z Refill with the same type of
brake flui d. A ddin g a brake fluid
other than DOT 4 may result in a
harmful chemical reaction.
z Be careful that water d oes not
enter the brake flui d reservoir
when refillin g. Water will sig nifi-
cantly lower the boilin g point of
the flui d an d may result in vapor
lock.
NOTICE
ECA17641
Brake flui d may damag e painte d
surfaces or plastic parts. Always
clean up spille d flui d imme diately.
As the brake pads wear, it is normal for
the brake fluid level to gradually go
down. A low brake fluid level may indi-
cate worn brake pads and/or brake
system leakage; therefore, be sure to
check the brake pads for wear and the
brake system for leakage. If the brake
fluid level goes down suddenly, have a
Yamaha dealer check the cause before further riding.
EAU22733
Chan gin g the brake flui d
Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. In addition, have the oil seals
of the master cylinders and calipers as
well as the brake hoses replaced at the
intervals listed below or whenever they
are damaged or leaking.
z Oil seals: Replace every two
years.
z Brake hoses: Replace every four
years.
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Periodic maintenance an d a djustment
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gine overheatin g
WARNING
EWAT1041
zDo not remove the ra diator cap when the en gine an d ra diator are hot.
Scal din g hot flui d an d steam may b e blown out un der pressure, which
coul d cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the eng ine has cooled.
z Place a thick ra g, like a towel, over the ra diator cap, an d then slowly ro-
tate the cap counterclockwise to the detent to allow any resi dual pres-
sure to escape. When the hissin g soun d has stopped , press down on the
cap while turnin g it counterclockwise, an d then remove the cap.
TIP
If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided
that it is changed to the recommended coolant as soon as possible.
Wait until the engine
has cooled.
Check the coolant
level in the reservoir
and radiator.Add coolant.
(See TIP.)
The coolant level is
OK.
There is no leakage.
There is leakage.
The coolant level is
low.
Check the cooling
system for leakage.
Have a Yamaha
dealer check and
repair the cooling
system.
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again,
have a Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling
system.
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